Ozzy Osbourne Reflects on Final Black Sabbath Reunion: A Bittersweet Homecoming

Ozzy Osbourne shares his thoughts on the final Black Sabbath reunion concert, expressing his determination to perform despite health challenges. While not performing a full set, he remains committed to delighting fans. Osbourne also reflects on returning to Birmingham, the birthplace of heavy metal, for the concert.

Legendary singer and songwriter Ozzy Osbourne, renowned for his rise to fame in the 1970s as Black Sabbath's frontman, has divulged his plans for the band's final reunion concert. Speaking on his SiriusXM channel, Ozzy's Boneyard, the rock icon announced he would not perform a full set at the 'Back to the Beginning' concert in July.

In conversation with People, Osbourne stated, "I'm not planning on doing a set with Black Sabbath but I am doing little bits and pieces with them." Despite battling health issues, including Parkinson's disease, he remains determined to perform, asserting, "I am trying to get back on my feet. I have to balance myself, but I'm not dead."

Sharon Osbourne revealed that Parkinson's, a progressive disease, has impacted Ozzy's mobility but noted that his voice remains strong. The concert is scheduled for July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham. It's a poignant return for Osbourne, who describes it as a chance to reconnect with Black Sabbath's origins in the birthplace of metal.

(With inputs from agencies.)